#5C6A62 Hex Color
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#5c6a62 is a dark, dusty green with gray undertones and low saturation, giving it a matte, almost ashy appearance. Its subdued character suggests calm and stability without drawing attention. Use the hex code for supporting backgrounds, eco or pharmacy branding, and restrained interfaces. White text has about 5.7:1 contrast for readable body copy.
Questions about #5c6a62
What is #5c6a62 in RGB, HSL and CMYK?
In RGB, #5c6a62 is rgb(92, 106, 98), in HSL hsl(146, 7%, 39%) and in CMYK 13%, 0%, 8%, 58%.
What colors pair well with #5c6a62?
#5c6a62 pairs well with warm off-white, muted terracotta, and dark charcoal, which balance its gray-green base without making the palette feel stark in restrained branding systems and editorial layouts. Keep terracotta for small accents and use off-white for larger surfaces.
Does #5c6a62 read as warm or cool?
#5c6a62 reads as a neutral-to-cool green because its low saturation and gray undertones soften the hue, while its medium-dark value keeps it grounded in most digital and print palettes rather than reading as a vivid botanical green. Surrounding colors can shift its perceived temperature.
Is #5c6a62 readable on white or black?
#5c6a62 has a 5.68:1 contrast ratio on white and 3.69:1 on black. WCAG asks for 4.5:1 for body text and 3:1 for large text, so on white it works for body text and on black it works only for large text (24px, or 18.5px bold). Try other pairs in the contrast checker.